Seeking an experienced, compassionate, and reliable caregiver to provide high-quality care and support to a 93 yr male with a disability and his spouse a 90 yr old female. Applications from Canadian citizens, permanent or temporary residents of Canada, and other candidates with a valid Canadian work permit.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Personal Care: Assist with bathing, dressing/undressing, and personal hygiene.
- Mobility Assistance: Assist the clients in moving around the home safely, whether by walking, using mobility aids, or providing support when standing and sitting.
- Medication: Administer medications as prescribed.
- Collect specimens
- Meal Preparation: Plan and prepare nutritious meals (European cuisine preferred) and assist with feeding as needed.
- Household: Perform routine housekeeping duties (laundry, dishes, making beds, and cleaning). Maintain a safe environment.
- Bring clean dishes, flatware and other items to serving area and set table and operate dishwasher
- Wash, iron and press clothing and household items
- Companionship: Engage in conversation to provide emotional support and social connection.
- Shopping: Shop for food and household supplies as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience: Previous minimum 1 year to 2 years, in-home experience as a caregiver.
- Experience caring for an elderly client(s) with a disability (vision loss) and/or dementia is preferred.
- Skills: Strong communication skills, patience, empathy, attention to detail and initiative are essential. Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
- Fluency in English
- Non-smoker
EDUCATION: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate